Pastry Chef Instructor — Part-Time In-Store Classes

CSC Generation Enterprise; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table is seeking a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead pastry classes and in‑store culinary experiences. You will teach pastry techniques, baking fundamentals, and personalized instruction to inspire customers and support sales of bakeware and decorating tools.

Flexible scheduling is required with 12–16 hours per week. A culinary arts degree is preferred, with 1–2 years of kitchen operations experience and a Food Manager Certification beneficial.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• A degree in culinary arts is preferred; however, candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand by delivering memorable pastry classes and in‑store experiences.
• Drive sales by promoting bakeware, mixers, and decorating tools through hands‑on instruction.
• Communicate technical pastry concepts clearly and maintain class quality and consistency.
• Assist with class setup, mise en place, and clean up to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking fundamentals

Personalized instruction

Customer engagement

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

Sur La Table is seeking a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead pastry classes and in‑store culinary experiences. You will teach pastry techniques, baking fundamentals, and personalized instruction to inspire customers and support sales of bakeware and decorating tools.

Flexible scheduling is required with 12–16 hours per week. A culinary arts degree is preferred, with 1–2 years of kitchen operations experience and a Food Manager Certification beneficial.